Distribution Specialist

Abbott; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Distribution Specialist for our Westford, MA site. This onsite role involves receiving, storing, and shipping materials, labeling and packing, and processing orders in SAP to ensure accurate distribution and regulatory compliance.

We value strong communication and attention to detail, basic computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 250 lbs with pallet handling equipment. The role supports QA/QMS and FDA requirements.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of related work experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work in a team and independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with GMP/Documentation Practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and push/pull up to 250 lbs with pallet handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive materials and store them accurately in the warehouse.
• Prepare orders for shipping to customer sites per process.
• Label and meter packages for various freight systems.
• Package orders with pick lists and fill spaces according to specs.
• Process orders in SAP and maintain a clean, safe warehouse.
• Support quality and regulatory initiatives (QMS, EMS) and comply with FDA regulations.
• Maintain neat and safe work area and assist with daily distribution planning.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Job Title

Distribution Specialist

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career of which you dream.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Distribution Specialist for Abbott Vascular in our Westford, MA site. This is an onsite role.

Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost-effective products for treatment of vascular disease.

What You’ll Work On

• Receive materials to be accurately stored in warehouse
• Accurately prepare orders for shipping to customer sites according to process
• Label and meter packages with various freight systems
• Packages orders to include pick list from the box, and filling in open spaces and packs materials according to specifications or knowledge of shipping practices to prepare the package for labeling and distribution to the customer.
• Process orders using the SAP system
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment within the warehouse
• Daily preparations for the following days distribution activities
• Support all Divisional initiatives as identified by divisional management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Health Systems (EHS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Will perform this job in a quality system environment. Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations
• Solves problems of limited scope and complexity with direction from lead or co-workers.
• Maintain a neat and safe work environment.
• Some areas will require the handling of chemicals with proper training and PPE.
• Support all initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.

Required Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED
• 1 year of related work experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office (word, excel, and outlook)
• Ability to perform tasks in a quality system environment
• Familiarity with basics of Good Manufacturing/Documentation Practices
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to push/pull up to 250lbs using manual and/or powered pallet handling equipment
• Attention to detail with regard to part/batch numbers, documentation, and timely transactions

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems, preferably SAP

The base pay for this position is $17.25 – $34.45 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.